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This critical part performs two functions. It is the the
top (third) point of the 3-point hitch, necessary to stabilize and control many
rear attachments. It is also necessary to use the rear lift to lift
any rear implements. This includes tillers and those connected a standard
sleeve hitch. The lift rod (or cable, for newer tractors) running from the
lift handle (or hydro lift or electric lift mechanism) attaches to the hole in
the top, while an attaching rod from the implement to be lifted goes into the
large open tube and is locked in place with a pin down through both the tube and
the attaching rod. The shafts on the each side mount this part onto the
rear hitch arms, and allow it to pivot up and down when the lift rod (or cable)
pulls or pushes. This part is also necessary for the factory rear
counterweight that is used to offset the weight of front implements like dozer
blades or snowthrowers. On the right, below, is an original rear lift
point, while one that Brent Baumer fabricated is on the left. See Brent's
drawings below for detailed instructions on how to fabricate your own.

Click each drawing for a closer view

Here's an example of one fabricated for Chad Schaefer
(Agco918), using these instructions.